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Many Americans have turned to wood stoves to help heat their homes and reduce energy bills, and not all stoves will fit in all houses. The wrong stove for your home can be dangerous and ineffective. Keep in mind that stoves are only designed to heat a specific area of your home and not the entire house. Wood stoves are more like zone heaters and should not be the entire home\u2019s heating source. Many homeowners often purchase a too-large stove for the area they are trying to heat, and others stoves that aren\u2019t large enough.  There have been many improvements in wood-burning stoves over the years and they are safer and more efficient than ever before. Today\u2019s EPA-certified stoves produce almost no smoke and minimal ash. Once you know a wood-burning stove is right for your home, you\u2019ll choose between the three main types of stoves: Circulating Stoves Radiant Heaters (or Potbellied Stoves) Combustion Stoves (or Franklin Type) Circulating stoves are usually the most efficient as they allow you to control draft and heat output using a damper. Some circulating stoves also have a fan to provide additional convective airflow. No matter the stove you choose, it should sit in the center of the area you plan on heating. Once you choose a stove, you\u2019ll also need to determine if your existing chimney can be used, if you need to have one built or if you need to purchase a prefabricated chimney. As you narrow down your options for a wood burning stove, we can help you every step of the way, from choosing the right stove to installation. For more information, contact Home Fire Stove and Grill City today at 503-364-6339 or come in during business hours. 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